Morgan Freeman Courtside as Ole Miss Basketball Draws Record Attendance
Since Chris Beard took over as head coach of the Ole Miss basketball team in March 2023, he has made the team’s tickets hot commodities, a promise that has quickly come to fruition. Notably, actor and filmmaker Morgan Freeman has been spotted courtside at recent games, adding to the allure of attending Ole Miss basketball matches.
Freeman, a native of Charleston, Mississippi, has a longstanding connection to Ole Miss athletics and has frequently attended their events over the years. His presence at the SJB Pavilion for the Rebels’ game against No. 16 Auburn marks the second consecutive game he has attended, following his appearance at Ole Miss’ victory over Mississippi State earlier in the week.
The game against Mississippi State saw Ole Miss break its home attendance record, with an impressive turnout of 10,630 fans filling the arena. Freeman’s presence adds to the excitement surrounding Ole Miss basketball games, highlighting the program’s growing popularity under Coach Beard’s leadership.
